Photos: A century of the Tanana Valley State Fair

Passengers board the assortment of rides. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.

The annual Tanana Valley State Fair was held from July 26 to Aug. 4. The Tanana Valley State Fair is the oldest fair in the state with this year being its centennial. The fair featured many events and activities such as concerts, food vendors and rides.

Sand sculpture commemorating a century of the Tanana Valley State Fair sculpted by Sue McGrew in the Peony Pavilion. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Passengers experience the heights of the Kraken ride. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Passengers wait in line for the Ring of Fire roller coaster. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Customers place orders at Alaskan Soda Jerk, a state fair favorite. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Visitors enjoy the last day of the Tanana Valley State Fair. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Visitors explore the different vendors on Jusilla road. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Visitors and riders explore in unison on the last day of the fair. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.
Merry-go-round rides at the fair. Photo by Vadim Bledsoe.